Economics, Policy & Regulation
Global Debt Levels Put Economies And Countries At Risk
Private and public debt levels—combined with rising interest rates—are clouding the economic horizon.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
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Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Nasdaq’s $10 Billion RegTech Deal Shows Urgency, Cost Of Compliance
Corporates are wielding M&A to scoop up the tech they need in order to keep up with strict rules and regulations.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Central Bank Governor Out As Nigeria Shifts To Floating Exchange Rate
The move, which economists deem positive, is a prelude to needed monetary reform.
Economic Data
Countries With The Most Debt
Government debt is just part of a country's debt load; companies and households borrow too.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Sustainable Finance Finds Balance
The global ESG market has arguably experienced more see-saw action than any other sector. Thanks to new regulations, a steadier future may be in store.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
The US-China Paradox
Trade between the two countries is at an all-time high, yet signs point to decoupling.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Arab League Hears Pitches For Multipolar Politics
Syria returns to the Arab League as Ukrainain PresidentVolodymyr Zelenskyy asks Arab nations to use their ties with Russia to end the war in Ukraine.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Hong Kong: E-Currency Pilot To Pave Way For Broad Consumer Use
Sixteen banks and payment firms are involved in a trial using the “e-HKD,” including the three note-issuing banks—HSBC, Standard Chartered and the Bank of China (Hong Kong).
News
Japanese, South Korean Leaders Meet But Normalization Remains Elusive
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol visited a memorial to Koreans killed when the first atomic bomb was dropped on the city 78 years agoyet fully normal diplomatic ties between Tokyo and Seoul still appear to be a long way off.
News
Kenya: Economic Turmoil Awaits New Central Bank Governor
The new Central Bank of Kenya governorKamau Thugge brings with him a stellar résumé of previous experience in government and 25 years at the IMF.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
US Talent Turns Away From Accounting Profession
Fewer American students are choosing to become CPAs at a time when older accountants are increasingly leaving the field.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
China Proposes Security Assessment For AI Tools
According to China's newproposed regulations, companies providing generative AI services must prevent false information and content that is discriminatory or harmful to intellectual property or personal privacy rights.